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Warehouse Operator Forklift

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions, Wilmington, IL, United States


Position Description
Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Forklift Operator in Wilmington, Illinois.

Pay
Up to $24.50 per hour (including productivity incentives).

Base pay: $18.50 per hour

$0.25 per hour increases at 90 and 180 days

3% increase after 1 year

Overtime pay: $27.75 per hour

Productivity incentives: Up to $6 per hour

Sign‑on bonus: $1,000 paid in two installments at 30 and 90 days

Schedule: Sunday–Tuesday 5 am–4:30 pm; Wednesday 5 am–10:45 am

Benefits

Weekly pay

On‑the‑job paid training

Medical, dental, vision, 401 K start at 30 days

Paid time off

401 K company match

15 % employee discount on high‑valued stock

Discounts on tools, cars, hotels, appliances, cell phones, travel

Safety gear provided

State‑of‑the‑art equipment and caring leadership

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

One year or more related warehouse or powered industrial truck experience preferred

Valid forklift operator's license

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Experience creating and maintaining professional relationships at all levels

Highly thorough and dependable

Punctual with good attendance record

Works independently with minimal supervision

High initiative

High accuracy even under pressure

Lifting/pushing/pulling up to 35 lbs

Able to stand for long periods

Able to work using health and safety methods

Flexible schedule for various shifts

Detail oriented with excellent follow‑up practices

Responsibilities

Perform warehouse functions: loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, cycle counting

Adhere to performance measurement guidelines of the contract

Accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products and loading/unloading of trucks

Manage day‑to‑day warehouse paperwork (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.)

Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing system during core shift hour of production

Perform other duties as assigned

Application Information
Apply here with Ryder today.

Watch a video from a Ryder Supply Chain employee: https://RyderCareers.Video/MaterialHandlers

EEO Statement
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug‑free workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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